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Self as Coach, Self as Leader: Developing the Best in You to Develop the Best in Others

Pamela McLean

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Become a more effective leader by discovering the resources you already havePamela McLean, CEO and cofounder of the Hudson Institute for Coaching, has been at the forefront of the field for the past three decades, using clinical and organizational psychology to provide the highest-quality coaching and development training to professionals in organizations and solo practice worldwide. Now, Pamela is teaching readers to cultivate their leadership potential through "use of self as instrument," a key dimension of developmental coaching that emphasizes the whole person. Her holistic methods give coaches and other leaders a clearer framework for getting to know themselves, exploring their multiple layers, and fostering their latent abilities so that they can foster the abilities of others.Self as Coach guides you along a path that interweaves six broad dimensions of your internal landscape into the fabric of great coaching. This creates lasting improvements, unlike more common remedial, tactical, or performance-based programs, which often only function as short-term solutions.Develop leadership skills using internal resources you already possess Achieve real improvements with long-lasting benefits Based on methodology proven successful in business and personal settings Includes useful practices and exercises for self-reflection and brainstorming Whether you're an emerging or experienced coach, whether you want to grow your own leadership skills or develop them across an entire organization, Self as Coach can help. With its innovative approach, proven methods, and near-universal applicability, this book will not only provide effective instruction but also help you uncover lasting insights that will benefit you long after you've turned the last page.

GenresLeadershipBusinessPsychologyPersonal DevelopmentSelf Help

224 pages, Kindle Edition

Published May 14, 2019

About the author

Pamela McLean

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Pamela McLean, PhD, is the CEO and Co-Founder of Hudson Institute of Coaching, a coaching firm providing a full suite of coaching services to organizations and preparing leaders to become coaches through a year-long coach certification program. McLean brings more than three decades of experience as a clinical psychologist, master coach, coach supervisor and contributor to the field of coaching. McLean regularly speaks on the topic of Use of Self as a Coach and Leader, and her previous books include The Completely Revised Handbook of Coaching and LifeForward. Pamela lives in Santa Barbara and in her spare time enjoys experimenting in the kitchen!

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Bailey L.

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May 26, 2021

I read this book as a part of a coaching certification program I am in that was created by the author of this book. I found it to be extremely complementary to the program -- full of ideas that I can immediately implement with clients. It is divided into the six dimensions of the Self as Coach model, each of which looks at self as coach in a different way. My favorite part was the questions sprinkled throughout that I can use as a coach before/after coaching sessions. I will undoubtedly be referencing back to this book.
Interestingly, some of the ideas presented in the book were ones I have been introduced to by leaders I look up to professionally. Perhaps not surprising:)
I also appreciated that this book was relatively brief. She didn't overstate her points.
Summary of the book: Who you are in how you coach.

Louise

22 reviews4 followers

June 12, 2019

This may be the most important book I have read on what really matters in transformational leadership development. Its deep insights go to the heart of what really matters to becoming an evolved coach, leader, and human being---transforming self. Pam McLean manages to condense a vast array of wisdom into a book that is very accessible. As we embark on the digital era in the coming decades, we need to become more resilient. This is the book I will be recommending that addresses courage, empathy and systems.

Joel Schaefer

194 reviews4 followers

January 23, 2024

This is a fantastic read for anyone interested in becoming a coach, already is a coach, or is coaching people informally through an existing relationship. The author explains how we as coaches need to do the internal work first if we aspire to greatness as a coach. By looking internally and understanding our own journey, we are able to hold space and connect with our clients a a deep level, fostering the changes they wish to develop. Read this book. Do the exercises. Then go back and read it again.

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Tia

108 reviews

July 17, 2024

This book really inspired me. It raised my perspective on coaching to a higher level, making it feel much deeper and more personally meaningful. I found it very valuable to see examples coaching conversations, how different coaches approach issues differently, and breakdowns of the pros and cons of the various approaches.

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Jayme

213 reviews1 follower

November 7, 2022

As an Executive coach, this book served as a good reminder to keep investing in my own professional development. While nothing in this book was new, it was useful to read about how our own deeper understanding of the self translates into being a more present and accessible coach to clients.

Renee

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March 16, 2024

Just read this as part of my coaching certification. Really great partner book to “The Completely Revised Handbook of Coaching.” I took away many learning and nuggets that will help my in day to day life & coaching.

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